Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen

Showing times and prices for 21 Jul

Cheapest price

£28

Average price

£51

Fastest journey

3 h 54 m

Average duration

4 h 18 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

269 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Schaffhausen every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 269 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 54 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8:204h34
    Frankfurt am Main
    12:54Schaffhausen
    £281One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9:513h54
    Frankfurt am Main
    13:45Schaffhausen
    £371One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7:503h55
    Frankfurt am Main
    11:45Schaffhausen
    £541One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8:504h55
    Frankfurt am Main
    13:45Schaffhausen
    £541One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6:104h35
    Frankfurt am Main
    10:45Schaffhausen
    £611One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £26.

Distance: 269 km

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£58

Average Price

£34

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4h 32m

Average total duration

4h 2m

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4h 30m

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Fastest

4h 0m

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Live departures

Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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Deutsche Bahn6:10 Frankfurt am Main
4h35
10:45 Schaffhausen0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn7:20 Frankfurt am Main
4h34
11:54 Schaffhausen0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn8:20 Frankfurt am Main
4h34
12:54 Schaffhausen0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn9:50 Frankfurt am Main
3h55
13:45 Schaffhausen0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Deutsche Bahn as well as Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) offer trains services from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen.
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen

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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 269 km distance in 3h 54m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £24
Distance
269 km
Average train duration
4h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Trains per day
14
Fastest train
3h 54m
First train
0:07
Last train
23:47
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £24

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Schaffhausen from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 54m
Cheapest Price
£27
Deutsche Bahn frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 55m
Cheapest Price
£65
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Schaffhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £58.
The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen covers a distance of 269 km and takes approximately 3h 54m. Trains run 14 per day.
The train distance from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen is 269 km.
The first train from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen leaves at 0:07.
The last train from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen departs at 23:47.
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen run approximately 14 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen.
To get from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen.
The train station in Frankfurt am Main that goes to Schaffhausen is Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, and it arrives at Schaffhausen.
The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen is by coach, costing approximately £24.
Booking trains from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen is scenic, as it traverses picturesque landscapes including the lush Rhine Valley, charming towns, and offers views of the rolling hills and river vistas.
A day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen is not feasible, as the journey takes 3h 54m. However, there are 16 trains available per day for this trip, covering a distance of 269 km.
Two to three days in Schaffhausen are ideal to explore the Rhine Falls, visit the Munot Fortress, and stroll through the historic old town.
Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Schaffhausen

Most Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Schaffhausen station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Schaffhausen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Frankfurt am Main
Arrival train stations in Schaffhausen

Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains to Schaffhausen leave from?

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Schaffhausen leave from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. The station is 2 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre at Im Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
Frankfurt (Main) HbfIm Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS9, S8, S6, S5, S4, S3, S2, S1 · 5m · £0.89 · every ~51 min
BusN5, N12, N4 · 5m · every ~1 min
Tram18, 14, 12, 11 · 6m · £3 · every ~38 min
SubwayU5, U4 · 4m · £3 · every ~39 min

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.

Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfFrankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany+49 69 2651055WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainIce · 11m · £2
Trn · 12m · £3
S8, S9 · 19m · £3 · every ~5 min
BusS8e · 28m · £5
X61, 61 · 41m · every ~13 min
61, X61 · 42m · every ~13 min

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.

Frankfurt (Main) SüdFrankfurt (Main) Süd, Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am MainWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Süd from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS6, S5, S4, S3 · 5m · £0.89 · every ~27 min
BusN8 · 9m
M36, 30 · 14m · every ~21 min
Tram18 · 11m · £3 · every ~12 min
SubwayU8, U3, U2, U1 · 5m · £3 · every ~40 min

Frankfurt (Main) Süd train station facilities and services

Frankfurt (Main) Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.

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